Experienced in the banking and financial services sectors, he developed a passion for the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry. This led to the creation of Wakanda 4.0, a digital transformation company, in 2020.
Benito Elisa (photo) is the founder and CEO of Wakanda 4.0, a digital transformation company offering consulting, software development, training, business development, conference organization, graphic design, and video creation. He is also a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the banking and financial sectors.
The Mauritian-born entrepreneur holds a Bachelor's degree in Banking Law and International Finance, obtained in 2010 from the Mauritius University of Technology. He is also a graduate of the University of Mauritius, where he obtained a master's degree in marketing operations for personal and financial business services in 2013.
In 2020, when he launched Wakanda 4.0 Ltd, his vision was to become the most trusted digital partner to the Web 3.0 industry in the African and Middle Eastern regions. He also wanted to promote innovation and education on the African continent, where he believes there is enormous potential for growth and development.
Vice-Chairman of the Africa Emerging Tech Hub, Benito Elisa is also the founder and CEO of Fluffy Goodies, an e-commerce platform for personalized treats. He is also the official representative of Gulf Xellence, an event management and professional training company, in Mauritius.
A lecturer on fintech innovations at the Mauritius University of Technology, he is also an advisor to Nurika, a Nigerian AI-powered platform dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles as well as encouraging the adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
Between 2010 and 2015, he worked as Bramer Bank's private banking relationship manager, and in the following two years, he was the financial services advisor to the Mauritian Ministry of Financial Services and Good Governance.
An alumnus of the La Plage Factory incubator, Benito Elisa is a winner of the 2022 edition of Africa's Most Respected CEO Awards for digital solutions in the blockchain and virtual assets industry.
Melchior Koba